Ranch Dip makes a great appetizer that’s perfect for any party. It comes together in minutes and uses ingredients you might already have. Once you see how easy this is to make, you’ll never buy store-bought dip again. This is so much better than anything you can buy.
This sour cream veggie dip has all the flavor of your favorite ranch dressing, but is so much thicker and richer. It’s cool and creamy, perfect for dipping your favorite chips or veggies.
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About Ranch Dip
The ranch flavor is an American classic. This unique flavor was created in 1949 and has been a hit ever since!
Why This Fiesta Ranch Dip Recipe is a Keeper
This recipe will quickly become one of your go-to snacks since it takes just a few minutes to put together.
- 5 Minute Prep: Before it chills, it takes 5 minutes to put together this dip.
- Easy Ingredients: All you’ll need are a few easy ingredients that you might already have on hand.
- Family Friendly: Friends and family are going to love this ranch party dip.
- Make Ahead: This recipe is great to make ahead. Simply store in the refrigerator until you’re ready to enjoy!
And, if you have any fresh herbs on hand, chop ’em up and sprinkle on top!
If you’re looking for more party dip recipes, try this Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip, Velveeta Rotel Dip and Old Bay Crab Dip
Other than vegetables, what can I use this dip for?
You can dip everything from fresh vegetables, crackers, buffalo chicken egg rolls, potato chips, fries – you name it!
These are just a few of our favorite ways to use this dip. You can also use it as a dip for chips, a store-bought veggie tray and so much more. If you like ranch, you’ll love this dip.
Variations and Substitutions for Homemade Ranch Dressing and Dip Recipe
There are so many ways you can make this quick and easy ranch dip recipe unique to you.
- Cream Cheese: Instead of using sour cream you could opt for cream cheese!
- Bacon: Top with crumbled bacon or mix it into the dip with the rest of the ingredients.
- Flavor: You can easily add so many alternative flavors – such as a squeeze of lemon, celery salt, chili powder for kick or even a little taco seasoning. You may also like a bit of curry, if that’s your jam. Just make sure you stir together completely.
How to Make this Sour Cream Dip Recipe
It’s so easy to make ranch dip because it comes together in 2 easy steps! It is easy to throw together all of the ingredients. No dry mix required.
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These are the basic steps for making Sour Cream Ranch Dip. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
STEP 1: Mix the Creamy Ranch Dip Ingredients
First, in a small mixing bowl, mix all the ingredients together. You can even add a little smoke paprika for a unique flavor.
STEP 2: Cover and Refrigerate
Finally, cover and refrigerate and chill for at least one hour so the flavors mingle. Serve with your favorite chicken tenders, celery, cucumbers or other chips and veggies.
Recipe FAQs to Make Homemade Ranch Dip Mix
Expert Tips for Making This Homemade Ranch Dip Recipe
- Double This Recipe: Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and split it into two dishes if needed. It is great for veggies and dip or to top dip for potatoes or salads.
- Add Buttermilk: If the dip is a little thick, thin it out with a little buttermilk. It complements the ranch flavor nicely for this ranch dressing recipe.
- Short Cut Tip: Use a packet of hidden valley ranch powder salad dressing.
- Toppings: Fresh herbs like chives, fresh dill weed or parsley. You can use dried herbs as well.
- Tang: Add a zing to this veggie dip with a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice. Make a jalapeno ranch dip by adding so chopped peppers
- Plain Yogurt: If you don’t like sour cream, plain Greek yogurt ranch dip is a great alternative for this ranch mix. This ranch recipe is wonderful and an easy ranch dip recipe.
- Storage Tips: Store this easy homemade ranch dip recipe in a small airtight container and refrigerate for up to a week!
What to Serve with the Best Homemade Ranch Dip
- Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings
- Easy Charcuterie Board or Fresh Veggies
- Air Fryer Pretzel Bites
Sour Cream Ranch Dip
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Sour cream
- ⅓ cup Light mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dried dill
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried minced onion
- ½ teaspoon Dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix all ingredients thoroughly.
- Cover and chill for at least one hour.
Christina’s Notes
- Double This Recipe: Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and split it into two dishes if needed.
- Add Buttermilk: If the dip is a little thick, thin it out with a little buttermilk. It complements the ranch flavor nicely.
- Short Cut Tip: Use a packet of hidden valley ranch powder salad dressing.
- Toppings: Fresh herbs like chives, fresh dill weed or parsley.
- Tang: Add a zing to this veggie dip with a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice.
- Plain Yogurt: If you don’t like sour cream, Greek yogurt ranch dip is a great alternative.
- Storage Tips: Store this easy homemade ranch dip recipe in a small airtight container and refrigerate for up to a week!
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
This is SO yummy. I had fresh dill and parsley so I used those in place of the dry since I needed to use them up. My hubby also can’t have dairy so I used his dairy free sour cream and it was still delicious so I can only imagine how amazing it is with actual sour cream!!
love the recipe I make it all the
time. delicious
Creamy and so good!
Hi Christina, I just came across your site & was interested in making the homeade ranch dip. The only thing is I have never heard of the spice, bail? Where do you purchase it?
Ooops. Typo. That should be “basil”. It’s fixed now 🙂